Isabella Karstensen
Minooka
Summary
Dedicated camp counselor with expertise in child supervision, team leadership, and positive engagement. Proven ability to foster strong relationships and ensure camper safety through effective communication and conflict resolution.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Channahon Park District
Channahon, IL
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety protocols for campers in diverse outdoor environments.
- Facilitated engaging recreational programs, enhancing campers' social skills and teamwork abilities.
- Monitored camper behavior, providing guidance and conflict resolution to promote a positive group dynamic.
- Collaborated with team members to develop age-appropriate curriculum tailored to varying skill levels.
- Mentored junior counselors, providing training on best practices for camper engagement and safety standards.
- Developed communication strategies with parents regarding camper progress, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Education
High School Diploma -
Minooka Community High School
Minooka, ILNo Degree - Biomedical Science
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI05-2029
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Child supervision
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- CPR
- Relationship building
- First aid
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Channahon Park District
06.2023 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Minooka Community High School
No Degree - Biomedical Science
Western Michigan University